Serving 1,055 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Pinecrest Lakes Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,055 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinecrest Lakes Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pinecrest Lakes Academy's student population of 1,055 students has grown by 80% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,055 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pinecrest Lakes Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pinecrest Lakes Academy is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#91 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
31%
37%
Black
9%
21%
White
48%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pinecrest Lakes Academy's ranking?
Pinecrest Lakes Academy is ranked #91 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Pinecrest Lakes Academy often compared to?
Pinecrest Lakes Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Imagine Schools At South Lake, Cypress Ridge Elementary School, Minneola Conversion Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Pinecrest Lakes Academy?
1,055 students attend Pinecrest Lakes Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Pinecrest Lakes Academy students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pinecrest Lakes Academy?
Pinecrest Lakes Academy has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pinecrest Lakes Academy offer ?
Pinecrest Lakes Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pinecrest Lakes Academy part of?
Pinecrest Lakes Academy is part of Lake School District.
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